We are #202proud to welcome the Illinois State Board of Education today for its board meeting. Board members and ISBE staff also visited Central Elementary, Bonnie McBeth Early Learning Center, Drauden Point Middle School, Plainfield High School-Central Campus and Wilco.
Plainfield High School-Central Campus celebrates two-time Illinois High School Association wrestling champion Alicia Tucker with an assembly on March 7. https://youtube.com/shorts/WhbaN7Va3cM?feature=share #202proud
Volunteers needed for next year's Incubator program at our high schools. Please consider giving your time and talents to help young entrepreneurs. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXPwhCVFMIFDjXzmni6VURoXHns-NblZOCtAs_qpn7_eIRAQ/viewform #202proud
Seven District 202 Instructional Technology Coaches presented at the IDEAcon 2025 in February.
IDEAcon, hosted by the Illinois Digital Educators Alliance (IDEA), is a renowned conference that brings together educators, administrators, and technology specialists to explore the latest advancements in instructional technology.
Presenters included:
• Christie Milen
• Kris Bruno
• Becky Young
• Kimmy Schuelke
• Judy Meier
• Steve Eighner
• Lisa Packley
Henry Moline, an Aux Sable Middle School seventh grader, also presented to give a student perspective to educators across the Midwest.
The Plainfield SD 202 ITC team shared strategies, tools, and real-world applications that empower teachers to create engaging and inclusive digital learning environments. Their sessions highlighted how technology can support SEL by fostering student engagement, collaboration, and emotional well-being through intentional instructional design.
“Technology is more than just a tool—it’s a bridge to deeper learning and meaningful connections,” said Laura Shervino, district Director of Digital Learning and Innovation.
“We were excited to showcase how digital learning strategies can enhance academic and emotional growth, ensuring that staff and students feel supported, heard, and prepared for the future. Additionally, this is an opportunity to showcase the dedication, passion, and hard work that our ITCs contribute to our staff, school, and community."
In total, 22 Instructional Technology Coaches attended the three-day event in Schaumburg.
🔎 Ready to solve the case of the missing breakfast? National School Breakfast Week is coming March 3-7! Who’s excited? 🥞🎉 #NSBW25 #ClueInToSchoolBreakfast
#MondayMotivation #WomensHistoryMonth25 #202proud
Congratulations to Plainfield High School-Central Campus senior Alicia Tucker who today won the girls wrestling Illinois High School Association championship!
Come celebrate Tucker’s accomplishment tonight around 6:30 p.m. with a police escorted parade through downtown Plainfield to the high school.
Tucker won the state as a sophomore and was runner up last year.
Remember: No school Friday for a student improvement day. See you Monday! #202proud
Congratulations to The Space Page team from Timber Ridge Middle School who bested The Book Benders: The Final Chapter from Ira Jones Middle School to take home the District 202 Battle of the Books 2025 title! All seven middle school teams did awesome! #202proud
Getting ready for the District Battle of the Books championship
Congratulations to these District 202 Project SEARCH students who, on Tuesday, celebrated the end of their internships at UChicago Medicine Health in Bolingbrook. These students worked in a variety of departments in the hospital during the program. #202proud
#MondayMotivation #202proud #BlackHistoryMonth2025
#MondayMotivation #202proud #BlackHistoryMonth2025
Don’t forget that the Plainfield School District Foundation for Excellence scholarships are open!
The deadline to submit is March 15, 2025.
Check out all the options to help fund your education and future career goals.
Visit d202foundation.org and click on the Scholarships tab to start filling out the applications today!
Contact klarson@psd202.org if you have any questions.
Remember: No school on Monday, February 17 in honor of Presidents' Day. Enjoy your three-day weekend.
Due to inclement weather, the District 202 Administration Center will close at 2 p.m. today. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Glenn Wood hosted coffee and breakfast at Grand Prairie Elementary School this morning. Wood and many district office staff visit schools to give updates and hear directly from staff members. Wood also meets with students, select individual teachers, and union members. #202proud
#MondayMotivation #202proud #BlackHistoryMonth2025
Today is National Pizza Day! Enjoy a Tony's cheese pizza for lunch!
Did you know school counselors help students thrive by helping them explore their abilities, strengths, interests, and talents to help them on a future career path?
We want to wish our 27 school counselors across District 202 a Happy National Counselors Week! We appreciate all you do for our students! #202proud
